The Ten Essential ielts vocabulary

self-study modules) who are able to discriminate between sources and sift information to marshal their facts. However, this is a mature skill and we should not assume that school age pupils are ready to do this.
Overall, it appears that course books, with their quality and depth of material, are set to remain an integral part of the syllabus. The internet can be judged a useful supplement to this, if used carefully and under supervision.

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Explanation of the topic vocabulary and examples in Speaking


curriculum = the full range of subjects offered by a school or group of schools


The curriculum in private schools is sometimes wider than in state schools, because they have more resources.


pedagogical (experts) = (experts in) education and teaching


I admire pedagogical pioneers such as the Victorian English thinkers who began free schools for all children.


syllabus = the content of elements taught in a specific subject


The syllabus for geography at my school included volcanoes, earthquakes and tidal waves, which we found fascinating.


formal examinations = exams where students answer set written or spoken questions without assistance


continuous assessment = giving students marks for course work or projects, rather than formal exams


At my school, our grades were based 50/50 on formal examinations and continuous assessment, which we thought was very fair to all the children.


academic achievement = the measurable performance of a student in marks, exam results etc In my country, children enjoy school, but academic achievement is frankly quite low.